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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS TO STUDY PHD BY RESEARCH IN ENERGY FOR
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
ACADEMIC YEAR 2021/2022
SEPTEMBER INTAKE
The University of Rwanda through its African Centre of Excellence in Energy for Sustainable
Development (ACE-ESD) hosted by the College of Science and Technology (CST) is offering
PHD by research Programs in Energy for Sustainable Development with the following Awards:
• PhD by Research in Energy Economics
• PhD by Research in Electrical Power Systems
• PhD by Research in Renewable Energy
I. Entry requirements
1. PhD in Energy Economics:
• A Master of Science (or equivalent) degree in field related to Economics,
Renewable Energy, Energy Economics, Economics, and regulations
• Ability to think and work independently and in a team environment.
2. PhD in Electrical Power Systems:
• A Master of Science (or equivalent) degree in field related to Electrical
Engineering, electrical and electronics engineering, and Electronic Physics.
• Ability to think and work independently and in a team environment.
3. PhD in Renewable Energy:
• A Master of Science (or equivalent) degree in field related to Renewable
Energy, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry and Material Sciences,
• Ability to think and work independently and in a team environment.
II. Key dates for this call
Closing of online application process: July 31, 2021
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III. Required documents for application
a. A cover letter indicating for which program of study the application is being made
and description of the motivation to join the program
b. A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) outlining academic experience, any research
experience and accomplishments, industry experience, specific skills, and outside
interests of the applicant
c. Notarized Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees and transcripts
d. Recommendation letters from at least two academic referees who are knowledgeable
about the applicant, that attest to the preparation of the applicant and the likelihood
for success in a Ph.D. program.
e. Support letter from employer (if any).
f. Copies of valid identification card and/or passport.
g. Sponsorship letter from an organization (if any).
h. Applicants from countries where English is not the medium of instruction must
provide an English proficiency certificate from a relevant body or institution in their
respective countries.
i. Summary Research Proposal (Concept Note) relevant to the PhD degree sought. The
concept note should state the research problem, the purpose and objectives of the
research, the methodology, the expected outcome and its expected impact in the area
of study.
j. Master’s Thesis abstract
IV. Selection criteria
Completeness and accuracy of required documents (see previous selection)
V. Funding
1. Full Scholarship opportunities (living expenses, tuition fees, and return air ticket) are
available on a competitive basis (highest marks) for 4 eligible female candidates from
Eastern and Southern Africa Region
2. Other Selected applicants will be self-Sponsored.
VI. Application process
1. Go to UR Website (www.ur.ac.rw )
2. Go to Admission, Applicant Portal and click to (New Application)
3. Fill the Biographical Form and click (Save) at the end you will get “Your Student ID
Reference Number”. Please keep this ID Number as it will be your ID identification for
all transactions at UR
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4. Create a PIN of 5 numeric digits, do not start with a 0 (This PIN will serve as your
password to access your student account.) leave the page and open the link below.
5. Candidates are requested to submit all required documents by using the
Link: pgfile.ur.ac.rw/pgfile/findme.php
NB: - All documents must be in PDF
- If all required documents are not submitted, you cannot go to the next step.
- When your submission succeeds, a message will sent to your e-mail box
VII. Further Information
For any additional information, clarifications or inquiry, please do not hesitate to contact
1. Joyeuse IRAGENA, Postgraduate Studies Administrator , ACE-ESD
Tel: [phone]; email: [email protected]
2. Jocelyne MUTAGANDA, UR Postgraduate Studies Officer:
Tel: [phone]; email: [email protected]
For more information, please visit ACE-ESD website: http://aceesd.ur.ac.rw/
Done at Kigali, June 22, 2021
Dr. Emile BIENVENU
Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Research
University of Rwanda
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